Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia
Full-time Permanent Senior
Posted 28 Oct 2026
Description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our dynamic team in Perth. This permanent, full-time role is pivotal in deliver quality geotechnical solutions for our clients across varied open cut and underground projects.
This is a FIFO role, with work initially based in Perth CBD. Following this initial period, you must be willing and able to undertake FIFO or DIDO assignments to meet client and project requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Providing geotechnical advice to mining operations, to ensure geotechnical risks are effectively identified, managed and controlled.
- Providing geotechnical input into both short & long-term production planning and scheduling processes
- Data analysis, geotechnical design and continuous improvement activities
- Providing guidance to the engineering team responsible for the day-to-day operations, including open pit or underground assessments when/where required.
- Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in geotechnical engineering.
About you
- Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, preferably within the mining industry.
- RPEQ and AusIMM (CP) preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in geotechnical software and modelling tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Preferably both Open Pit and Underground experienced, with various mining methods, backfill and geotechnical conditions.
Why Join Our Team?
- 5 weeks annual leave.
- Quarterly performance-based bonuses (discretionary).
- Internal recognition programs including Employee of the Month, service milestones.
- We'll do our best to grow your capability, align your work with your expertise and interests.
Please note
- that we reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
- you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.
Company Overview
MEC is a leading global technical consulting firm dedicated to servicing the mining industry. Our comprehensive range of services include environmental management, exploration and mine geology, resource estimation, mining engineering, geotechnical engineering and project management.
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Perth employer: MEC Technical Services
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